How To Fix HRPBSDEVAVG125 - Type of special payment is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDEVAVG - HR-VADM: Public Sector Pensions Act

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Type of special payment is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG125 - Type of special payment is not supported ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG125, which states "Type of special payment is not supported," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system has encountered a special payment type that is not configured or recognized in the payroll system.
  Causes:
  
  Unsupported Payment Type: The special payment type being processed is not defined in the system or is not supported by the current payroll configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the payroll schema or the relevant infotypes that handle special payments.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll process, they may not be handling the special payment type correctly.
  Version Compatibility: The error may arise if the payroll system is not updated to support new payment types introduced in newer versions of SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the payroll configuration settings in SAP (transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for payroll and check if the special payment type is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the payment type is included in the payroll schema and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Update Payroll Schema:
  
  If the special payment type is missing from the payroll schema, you may need to add it.
  Review the payroll schema (transaction code: PE01) to ensure that it includes the necessary operations for the special payment type.
  
  
  
  Review Infotypes:
  
  Check the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0014 for recurring payments and deductions) to ensure that the special payment type is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the infotype records are correctly maintained for the employees involved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or release notes for any changes related to special payments in the version you are using.
  Check if there are any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error is resolved and that the special payment is processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and making necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PE01 (Payroll Schema), PE02 (Payroll Process), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on payroll configuration and special payments.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.